PET scan for uncertain thyroid nodules
Part of Cancer, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study uses a special PET scan (18F-FDG PET/CT) to get a clearer picture of thyroid nodules with uncertain biopsy results. The goal is to help doctors decide whether surgery is needed.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a thyroid nodule that was found to be 'uncertain' on a biopsy (doctors call this TIR3A or TIR3B).
- You are at least 18 years old.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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